Kellyn Halliday
Naperville,IL
Summary
As an animal behavior major, I have developed a deep appreciation for the intricate ways in which animals communicate, interact, and adapt to their environments. My academic journey has equipped me with a strong foundation in behavioral science, allowing me to explore the complexities of animal cognition, social dynamics, and welfare.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Supervisor
Carroll University
Waukesha, WI
09.2024 - Current
- Greeted and welcomed guests in a friendly, professional manner.
- Monitored building and guests.
- Provided support to guests with check-in and check-out procedures.
- Assist with athlete event preparations.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times.
Intern
Safari Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva, WI
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided care to animals such as Reticulated Giraffes, Alpacas, Scimitar-Horned Oryx, Arabian Camels, Bactrian Camel, Blackbuck, Brahman cattle, Common Eland, Emu, Lowland Nyala, Donkeys, Miniature Zebu, Nilgai, Ostrich, Plains Bison, Plains Zebra, Water Buffalo, Yak, Boa Constrictor, Capybara, Squirrel Monkeys, and an Albino Skunk.
- Learned how to prepare bottles for animals that needed to be bottle fed.
- Administered medication through syringes, added protein and vitamins to animals' foods, and provided post-tumor care to a Boa constrictor.
- Did guided Safari tours and led Giraffe feedings, directed guests, and educated guests on animals throughout the safari.
- Monitored Animal's behaviors such as traveling in herds, individual behavior, watching for births, and day-today behaviors.
- Cleaned animal environments and replaced bedding for animals, prepared diets, collected Browse, and assisted in feed bowl preparation for guests.
Volunteer
Center for Animal Rehabilitation and Education
Waukesha, WI
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Cleaned habitats of birds and reptiles and provided specific daily enrichment for all animals.
- Worked with a variety of animals such as Hyacinth Macaws, Amazon parrots, Cockatoos, African Greys, Budgies, and Red-Footed tortoises,.
Nanny
Sittercity
Schaumburg, IL
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Monitored the children's playtime to ensure safety and wellbeing.
- Planned age-appropriate activities to help foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
- Provided a safe environment for the children through supervision and guidance of their activities.
- Maintained discipline in accordance with parents' instructions while being sensitive to each child’s individual needs.
Pet Care Professional
PetSmart
Aurora, IL
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided pet owners with detailed instructions and guidelines on how to properly care for their pets.
- Conducted daily health checks of all animals in the facility to ensure they were healthy and free from any illnesses or injuries.
- Participated in Dog Daycare camps and worked with multiple canines at a time.
- Monitored food intake levels of all animals and ensured proper nutrition was being provided.
- Kept kennels clean and sanitary at all times by performing regular cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, disinfecting surfaces.
- Developed a variety of enrichment activities for the animals such as walks, playtime sessions, grooming sessions.
Retail Sales Associate
Nordstrom Rack
Naperville, IL
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
- Provided product information and answered customer questions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
- Organized clothes, floor maintenance, and regular cleaning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior
Carroll University
Waukesha, WI05-2026
Animal Behavior
University of New England
Biddeford, MESkills
- Bottle Preparation
- Environment Maintenance
- Browse Collecting
- Daily Animal Checking
- Diet Preparation and medication administration
- Animal Birthing preparation
- Post Birth Maintenance
- Enrichment preparation and creation
- Bird and small reptile care
- Giraffe Feeding and Training,
- Hoofstock Maintenance, herding, and behavior monitoring
- Animal Behavior monitoring
- Guest Interactions
- Educational Presentations
- Guest Assistance
- Childcare
- Infant care and feeding
- Child Education
Affiliations
- Chi Omega Sorority (Theta Delta Chapter)
- Chi Omega Sisterhood Director
- Chi Omega Alumnae Relations Chair
- Chi Omega Foundations Ambassador
- Make-a-Wish Volunteer & Fundraiser
Timeline
Front Desk Supervisor
Carroll University
09.2024 - Current
Intern
Safari Lake Geneva
05.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer
Center for Animal Rehabilitation and Education
02.2024 - 07.2024
Nanny
Sittercity
05.2023 - 01.2024
Pet Care Professional
PetSmart
05.2022 - 01.2023
Retail Sales Associate
Nordstrom Rack
05.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior
Carroll University
Animal Behavior
University of New England
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